Isakson says ‘no’ to Syria intervention

Isakson says ‘no’ to Syria intervention

Senator Johnny Isakson dealt a blow to supporters of military action in Syria Monday, formally declaring himself a “no” in the coming vote on a resolution authorizing military action.

“After carefully weighing this very important issue, I have decided that I will vote against the resolution to authorize a U.S. military strike in Syria,” read a press release from his office. “Over the past week, I have traveled my state and have talked personally to hundreds of Georgians. Thousands more constituents have contacted my office by phone and email. It is clear to me that Georgians overwhelmingly oppose our country getting involved militarily in Syria.”

Isakson had previously indicated he was open to intervening in Syria, while steadfastly remaining critical of President Obama’s handling of the situation. The late Monday afternoon release struck a similar tone, calling the administration’s approach, or lack thereof, “troubling.”